Hardware Cloth—what size and gauge

[ChickenLittle5]

We are currently building the coop and run. We spaced the posts 4 ft on center, because I told hubby we could get 4’ hardware cloth. Now, I’m having trouble finding some. I was going to get 1/4”, but it is only available locally in 23 gauge. Will that be sufficient? Do I need to get 1/2“ 19-gauge instead. I was hoping to use 1/4” to help keep snakes out of the coop. Any suggestions on where to buy hardware cloth online that has fast shipping? It is a large space (10x20’), so I don’t want to have to redo the hardware cloth later.

 

[Angelbirdy]

From what I’ve read the 1/4” doesn’t hold up To weathering and the gauge isn’t strong enough to withstand predation. 1/2” 19 gauge is the general recommendation. I haven’t done any research on keeping snakes out, but this size should keep weasel size and larger common predators out if fastened well.

 

[Gooseface]

Bought my 1/2” x4’x100’ on amazon. It was the best price I could find.

 

[Orpingtons Mom]

Bought my 1/2” x4’x100’ on amazon. It was the best price I could find.

Thanks for that. I’m on my way ...

Hey, what brand? Or maybe a link???

 

[Gooseface]

Thanks for that. I’m on my way ...

Hey, what brand? Or maybe a link???

sorry!!! Don’t know how to link! Haha


Amagabeli Garden Home
There is one roll of 4x100 left for $175

 

[Orpingtons Mom]

You did a perfect link...and great! The reviews were wonderful for the .5 inch!! Anytime someone says it’s difficult to handle and a pain in the neck I know it has to be good! Thank you!!

 

[Gooseface]

It’s stiff! I had fun working it. Hahaha but I stand behind the quality of it! I just wish I had painted it black before putting it up.

 

[Orpingtons Mom]

... just wish I had painted it black before putting it up.

AHA!
(Sorry don’t want to hijack the thread )

Thank you Chickenlittle5

 

[RobertaD1]

https://www.wireclothman.com/shop.php?cPath=41
Ordered mine... 19 gauge 1/2"...... 4'x100'
Took 3-4 days to get here.... was under $200 with shipping

 

[Gooseface]

https://www.wireclothman.com/shop.php?cPath=41
Ordered mine... 19 gauge 1/2"...... 4'x100'
Took 3-4 days to get here.... was under $200 with shipping

which is about $25 more than amazon.